Hawk-eye Williams ready to take the gap
Through adversity comes opportunity. Cell C Sharks scrumhalf Grant Williams has had his fair share of both in 2022, and he’s emerged the better player for it.
Dobbo’s Diary: From chasing the crown to wearing the crown
Read the second instalment of DHL Stormers coach John Dobson’s weekly diary as the reigning champions begin the defence of their crown in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.
‘Samoan Juggernaut’ to bust walls for Stormers
The DHL Stormers have officially announced the signing of experienced Samoan international centre Alapati Leiua for the new Vodacom United Rugby Championship season.
Sharks spring surprise in squad for URC openers
A surprise playmaker could return to the Sharks lineup after being named in a 28-man touring squad for the Vodacom United Rugby Championship campaign openers against Zebre, Dragons and Leinster.
Highlights: Bulls off to winning start
The Vodacom Bulls got their Vodacom United Rugby Championship campaign off to a winning start, beating the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Smith steers Bulls to opening derby victory
Chris Smith kicked four penalties to help the Vodacom Bulls claim a hard-fought Vodacom United Rugby Championship season-opening victory over the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.
RECAP: Lions vs Vodacom Bulls
Follow the live action as the Lions host the Vodacom Bulls at Ellis Park in the first South African derby of the new @Vodacom #URC season.
Coetzee will add to the roar of the Lions
South African rugby players, previously seduced by playing overseas, are wanting to come back to South Africa for the @Vodacom United Rugby Championship – and among the latest to return to the Republic is fullback Andries Coetzee.
Simelane at fullback for Bulls
Wandisile Simelane is among three players set to make their Vodacom Bulls debut in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship season-opening match against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.
White makes big decision on Bulls future
Vodacom Bulls director of rugby, Jake White, has committed to a long-term stay at Loftus Versfeld with a contract extension.
